Anger Quote by Thich Nhat Hanh
““You discover that the main cause of your suffering is the seed of anger in you, because it has been watered too often, by yourself and by other people.””
About This Quote
Source Book: “The Heart of the Buddha’s Teaching”, 1998
Anger, when nurtured, becomes the root of suffering; recognizing it is the first step to healing.
In simple terms: Anger fuels suffering; recognize it.
Acknowledge and temper anger.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- conflict resolution
- therapy sessions
- parenting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your anger?
- How can you water compassion instead?
Hard to notice subtle anger.